Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Casual - Tuxedo Villa at Extendicare in Winnipeg, MB

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Job Description Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse Mission: Reporting to the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care. Key Responsibilities: To work as a member of the inter-professional team as described by Extendicare’s Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care; To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required; To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required; To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable; To work closely with the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers; To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies and procedures; To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and procedures; To facilitate and provide resident/family education; To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers; To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents; To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid; To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers; To coordinate emergency response in the absence of Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director; To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director and other departments; To follow and assist the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department; To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct; To complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State; Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred; Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset; Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills; Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge; Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required; Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications. Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one. What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization A rewarding and meaningful work experience wher